Golf Accountancy Matters has confirmed the final schedule for its highly anticipated 2026 Conference & Workshop, taking place on 26 February 2026 at Camberley Heath Golf Club. The event will bring together leading voices from across the UK golf industry for a day of insight, discussion, and practical learning centred on financial management, accounting best practice, and commercial sustainability for golf clubs.
The event will open with a welcome and introductory session from Paul Mould, setting the scene for a programme focused on the financial, technological, and strategic challenges facing golf clubs and golf-related businesses, with a particular emphasis on governance, reporting, and long-term financial resilience.
A short, dedicated session from Weatherbys Banking Group will follow, introducing a private banking model of service that has historically been absent from the golf sector. With a heritage spanning more than two centuries and a long-established reputation for discretion, relationship-led banking, and high-touch client service, Weatherbys’ entry into the golf market represents a significant and differentiated proposition. The session will outline how its bespoke approach to deposits, asset finance, and club-level financial stewardship is designed to support both clubs and their members, and will offer an early insight into a new Treasurer-style framework aimed at strengthening governance, liquidity oversight, and long-term financial planning.
Next, ClubBenchmarking EMEA and Jerry Kilby will deliver a data-driven session focused on performance benchmarking, financial ratios, and comparative analysis, helping clubs gain a clearer understanding of their cost structures, income streams, and overall financial position. Drawing on ClubBenchmarking’s Compass Capital Planningsoftware, the session will also explore how robust financial data supports effective governance, capital planning, and long-term decision-making at board level, reinforcing the critical link between accurate reporting, strategic oversight, and sustainable club management.
The AMGL Session will focus on innovations in financial forecasting, cashflow management, management reporting, and accounting best practice within the golf sector. This practical session will explore how clubs can improve short and long-term forecasting, strengthen cashflow visibility, and adopt more effective reporting frameworks to support informed decision-making, lender confidence, and sustainable growth.
A key highlight of the day will be the Artificial Intelligence session, featuring Andy Doyle and Jamie Abbott, which will explore how emerging technologies are beginning to influence the way financial information is captured, analysed, and used within golf businesses. The session will consider how these developments may reshape established processes, enhance the quality and timeliness of insight, and support more informed financial decision-making.
The Conference will conclude with a panel discussion between Simon Jones, Head of Business for Faldo Enterprises, Mike Harris, Founder of The Loop, and Ben Sharpe, Senior Vice President of Topgolf and Callaway EMEA. Hosted by Leighton Walker, the discussion will examine how golf can continue to grow in participation, commercial strength, and cultural relevance, while maintaining strong financial foundations. Each panellist will bring a distinct perspective on leadership, commercial strategy, and brand growth, offering attendees a well-rounded view of the wider business environment in which golf clubs operate.
The Golf Accountancy Matters Conference & Workshop continues to establish itself as a must-attend event for golf club managers, finance teams, owners, and professional advisors seeking practical financial insight, trusted expertise, and forward-looking discussion in a rapidly evolving industry. Tickets are still available to purchase online – https://golfaccountancymatters.co.uk/2026-conference-registration/
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